Star Yash has saluted the Indian Armed Forces for their strength and dedication, urging citizens to stay united and combat misinformation responsibly.

Yash took to his Instagram stories, where he expressed his gratitude towards the Indian Armed Forces and extended solidarity to fellow Indians in vulnerable regions.

He wrote: “Salute to the unwavering strength and precision of our Indian Armed Forces-our impenetrable shield With gratitude for their service, let us also ensure we stand united and act responsibly.

He urged everyone to verify everything before sharing.

Renowned film producer and founder of the production house Puja Films, Vashu Bhagnani, aims to set up a state-of-the-art film studio in Dubai, which will act as the commercial and creative hub of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Envisioned as a major international center for film, television, and music production, the proposed facility will focus on nurturing talent and providing essential resources. The initiative is expected to strengthen the creative ecosystem and contribute to a more dynamic and diverse entertainment landscape across the UAE and the Middle East.

“My vision is to create a studio that not only offers a platform for emerging local Arab talent but also brings the region’s unique stories, music, and culture to the forefront. There is immense potential here that remains largely untapped. Through films, television, and series, we can create original content that reflects the richness of the Middle East’s heritage and connects with audiences both regionally and globally,” said Bhagnani.

Filmmaker-choreographer Ahmed Khan recalled superstar Sunny Deol’s support as instrumental during a critical phase of his directorial venture “Lakeer – Forbidden Lines”. He said the actor “immediately said yes to the film.”

Ahmed said, “Sunny and I have been friends for decades, and his support has always meant a lot to me. During my first directorial venture, I remember getting a call from his office while I was playing football. When I went to meet him, he immediately said yes to the film.”

“I didn’t even have to share a full script, just the basic plotline. He loved the idea, hopped onto it and asked his team to close the shoot dates at the earliest with me,” he added.

The makers of “Bhool Chuk Maaf”, which was initially slated to hit the screens on May 9, announced on Thursday that the film will now release digitally on Prime Video on May 16, in “light of recent events and the heightened security drills across the nation.”

The news of the film’s postponement, starring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi comes a day after the Indian Air Force targeted the terrorists' sites without crossing the Pakistan airspace.

Maddock Films on Thursday make the announcement on Instagram.

“In light of recent events and the heightened security drills across the nation, we at Maddock Films and Amazon MGM Studios have decided to bring our family entertainer, Bhool Chuk Maaf, directly to your homes on May 16-only on Prime Video, worldwide. While we were eagerly looking forward to celebrating this film with you in theaters, the spirit of the nation comes first.

Stars Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla and Sonali Bendre’s 1998 blockbuster “Duplicate” completed 27 years in Hindi cinema, and Karan Johar’s production banner is celebrating the moment.

KJo’s banner Dharma movies took to Instagram and shared a flurry of nostalgic and exciting glimpses from the film. Among the highlights was a vibrant still from the song "Mere Mehboob Mere Sanam", capturing the dazzling trio in full swing. It also had a heartwarming glimpse of veteran actress Farida Jalal, sparking memories of classic Bollywood charm. It also had a playful shot of Shah Rukh Khan alongside his uncanny “duplicate”.

“The only ‘duplicate’ that’s truly original! Celebrating #27YearsOfDuplicate #Duplicate @karanjohar @adarpoonawalla @apoorva1972 @iamsrk @iamjuhichawla @iamsonalibendre @maheshfilm,” the caption read.

"Bhool Chuk Maaf" director Karan Sharma spoke about the value that National Award-winner Rajkummar Rao and actress Wamiqa Gabbi brought to the romantic-comedy, enhancing the film even further.

Asked what according to him did the two actors bring that added more value to “Bhool Chuk Maaf”, Karan Sharma told: “When I wrote the story, what I made was the base and the layers and other things were added by them. It’s a collaboration between the director, actor and all the team.”

He added: “When they come together and focus on that same thing, it comes out even better. For one person saying that I have done it doesn’t work. If they had not put their efforts then it wouldn’t have happened.”

“Bhool Chuk Maaf follows a small-town romantic boy named Ranjan from Banaras,who lands a government job to marry Titli but forgets his vow to Lord Shiva-only to be trapped in a time-loop until he fulfills his promise.

Singer-music composer Akhil Sachdeva has said that he creates music purely out of love and passion, not with a specific platform or medium in mind. He believes in making timeless melodies guided by emotion, honesty, and continuous learning through experimentation.

Asked when composing a song, how does he decide which stories are meant for film versus his independent music, Akhil told: “For me, I don't know about others, but I will talk about myself. I don't intend to make music for films or for OTT or for independent releases. I don't decide while making the song based on any of these things.”

He added: “I make songs for the love of the song, for the pure purpose of making or creating something beautiful, which lasts forever, which lasts longer. That's why my melodies have that value that stays with you for a longer, longer time and it will never fade away. That's pretty simple as I say. That's how I approach it and I don't differentiate between which medium it's coming from.”

Choreographer-dancer Lauren Gottlieb, who made her debut in Hindi cinema in 2013 with “ABCD: Any Body Can Dance,” said that entering Bollywood was a steep learning curve because she was unprepared for the industry's unique pace, expectations, and culture.

Asked what’s one lesson the industry taught her that no one prepared her for, Lauren told: “If I take Bollywood specifically, I’d say the biggest lesson was realizing just how much I didn’t know going in.”

“The inexperience—not just in performing, but in understanding how the industry and India itself worked—was a real wake-up call. I didn’t know who was who, how the timelines worked, what was expected, or where to push versus where to hold back,” she added.

The actress further added: “The hours are long, shoots can stretch way beyond the scheduled time, and there’s just a whole rhythm to it that’s very different from other industries.”

Actor Vivek Oberoi has said that the recently conducted ‘Operation Sindoor’ by Indian forces, at terror camps in Pakistan, was a careful and precise operation against terror.

The actor, who has essayed PM Modi in the biopic ‘PM Narendra Modi’, took to his X, formerly Twitter, and penned a long note, as he lavished praise on the Indian forces for their acute sense of precision.

He wrote, “Terror shall not prevail, India's spirit and power shall keep rising to reclaim the light and ensure such darkness never again stains our sacred soil. The world must stand united against the evil of terror. Let’s not fall prey to propaganda that tries to divide us, this is not a war against any religion or nation, it’s a war against terror”.

TV actress Hina Khan has embarked on what she describes as a “much-needed and highly exciting” journey to South Korea.

This marks her first-ever visit to the vibrant and culturally rich Korean Peninsula. The 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai' actress took to social media to share her excitement about exploring the popular sights of Seoul, one of Asia’s most dynamic cities. Expressing her gratitude, Hina extended a heartfelt thanks to the Korea Tourism Organization India for hosting her and helping shape what promises to be a memorable experience.

She also acknowledged the warm hospitality of Cathay Pacific, praising the airline for their kindness and care during her travels. On Wednesday, Hina Khan took to her Instagram handle and shared a series of photos and videos from her journey, capturing candid moments from the flight — including glimpses of her in-flight meals, cozy travel vibes, and warm hospitality.